Soulcalibur IV (Premium Edition) Walkthrough & Strategy Guide

Published: Jan 31, 2008

Soulcalibur IV Characters

Zasalamel

Overview

Zasalamel's an interesting character in that he, more than probably any other character, thrives on counter hits. Simple attacks like the Ilabrat's Sapara ( + A ) turn into elaborate attack throws on counter hit and deals some pretty serious damage. The best combo we could devise is also contingent on a counter hit (it's listed below). Thankfully, Zasalamel is decently quick and can score the counters.

When you're not getting counter hits, you can work with Zasalamel's solid ring out game. His B + G throws will get ring outs when you've got your own back to the edge of the ring. His Prayer to Belit-ili ( + B ) serves the same good purpose, though it's good against crouching opponents where the throw is useless. And when you've got the opponent's back to the ring edge, the Paean to Ishtar ( + B ) will get ring outs from solid range.

Zasalamel can be purchased for 4,000 Gold in Character Creation.

Key Moves & Combos

+ B

Paean to Ishtar : : This excellent launcher hits mid and knocks the opponent high into the air. Tapping after the hit keeps the opponent near you, though if you elect not to tap the direction the character will fall further away from you. Use the to follow up with juggles (like with + A + B ) or use the other version of the attack to cause ring outs.

+ A B

Talon of Zu : : This is a nice pair of low attacks that combo on any hit. The first strike doesn't even look like a low attack and it's got excellent range, so it's sure to catch opponents off guard.

+ B B

Nergal's Talon : : Here's a very rangey attack that does pretty solid damage. The best part of it is that the two hits switch between mid and low, making them very difficult to guard against.

+ B

(While Crouching)

Prayer to Ishtar : : This mid-hitting strike is an excellent counter to high attacks and throws as it comes from the crouching position. It launches opponents high into the air, letting you follow up with anything you'd like. The Offering to Kishar ( + A + B ) connects for easy damage, though some creativity can yield damaging juggle combos with the potential ring outs.

+ B B A + B + A B

(During Counter Hit)

Marduk's Scythe of Conviction Combo : : Like many of Zasalamel's best moves, this combo must hit first as a counter for all hits to combo together. The first set of attacks ( + B B A ) leaves the opponent stunned so that you can easily follow with the Paean to Ishtar launcher. From there, the + A + B attack can connect for some serious damage.